NFL Free Agency is set to start on March 11, and with free agency will come plenty of trades. One player whose name has already popped up in trade rumors is Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery. In 2025, he saw a diminished role in the offense, and Lions general manager has already spoken about potentially moving Montgomery somewhere where he can see more usage. 

“Those are conversations that we’re going to have to have because I’ve got a lot of respect for that player,” Holmes said. “He deserves to be in a situation where his skill set can be utilized. And so yeah, would love it for it to be here, but if it can’t be here, then you would have to just see what you can work out the best for him.”

There is one team that will be in the market for a running back and could make a strong push to acquire him. 

Denver Broncos – Detroit Lions Mock Trade

Denver Broncos Receive

RB – David Montgomery

Detroit Lions Receive

Third Round Pick – 2026   

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Montgomery would thrive in Denver. He would fit well in Sean Payton’s scheme, not only as the power back, but he could also serve as a much better pass-catcher than most give him credit for. The move would also see him go from the clear secondary option in Detroit to the best running back on the Broncos. This would be a big win for Montgomery owners. The only people who would be upset are the RJ Harvey owners, but they never had realistic expectations and will probably be disappointed regardless. Adding Montgomery would also make life easier for quarterback Bo Nix. 

Why The Trade Makes Sense For The Denver Broncos

Sure, they have Harvey, but he’s not a special back. Even if he is the next Alvin Kamara, Payton would still want his Mark Ingram to run his offense. JK Dobbins, Jaleel McLaughlin, and Tyler Badie are all set to be free agents this season, so this RB room needs to be rebuilt both at the top and for depth. Harvey can have a niche role, but Montgomery can produce on early downs, near the goal-line, and in the passing attack.

Payton wants to run the ball and hasn’t really had the backs to have massive success in the rushing attack since coming to Denver. The duo of Montgomery and Harvey could be exactly what he needs. They also have two fourth-round picks this season, including the New Orleans Saints’ pick, so they can afford to lose a third for a player like Monty. 

Why The Trade Makes Sense For The Detroit Lions

The writing on the wall is already there for Montgomery to be traded. He wants to move on, and they want to move on. Jahmyr Gibbs has become inevitable, and the Lions have to get the ball in his hands as often as possible. That leaves Montgomery as an overpaid running back without a role that justifies keeping him. A Day 2 pick for a 29-year-old running back that the whole league knows you want to trade is a nice deal for Detroit.  

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The nightlife world has embraced pop-ups in recent years, as creative operators brought temporary life to unique concepts. A Denver couple wanted to go beyond the pop-up by opening a permanent space with rotating themes, so they could explore a variety of ideas under one roof.

The result is Adventure Time Bar, a newly opened bar in Denver’s Baker neighborhood. Its first theme is Neon City, designed as a futuristic cyberpunk world filled with glowing plasma walls, neon holograms, and creative cocktails. It draws inspiration from works like “Blade Runner,” “Akira,” and “The Matrix.”

The bar is about 1,550 square feet and has interactive elements sprinkled throughout the space, including special lights and lasers that react to sound and touch. There’s also a custom playlist tied to the Neon City setting that will evolve as new themes are unveiled.

Tickets are required for entry, with 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. seatings on Thursdays, and an additional 10 p.m. seating on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations include a welcome cocktail, a themed souvenir, and 90 minutes to explore the space and hang out. Additional drinks are available for purchase.

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“Adventure Time Bar is about creating a true escape,” said Sam Wood, a veteran bartender who opened the bar with his wife and creative partner, Laura. “Every theme is a brand-new adventure. That sense of wonder extends to every detail, from the music and design to what’s in your glass. The cocktails don’t just complement the world, they’re central to the story.”

This type of storytelling isn’t an entirely new venture for the couple. Laura works in the entertainment industry, and Sam has spent nearly two decades behind the bar, building award-winning cocktail programs and launching the ’80s arcade-themed bar, The One Up, in Los Angeles.

The cocktails match the setting and enlist modern techniques, like centrifugal clarification, forced carbonation, and molecular manipulation. Many include extravagant garnishes, layered textures, and creative presentations.

Co-owners Sam and Laura Wood wanted to create an escape for guests.

A few standouts are the milk-washed Cyberpunk Punch, made with mezcal, miso syrup, acidified pineapple, and ginger bitters, and the Lucy’s Dream, a fun take on the Ramos Gin Fizz that’s flash-frozen and served on a plate with a knife and fork. The Atom Smasher is like boozy Dippin’ Dots, and it’s essentially a Last Word cocktail (gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime), but frozen into pearls and served in a saucer with a spoon.

“Every drink is meant to spark joy and surprise,” said Laura Wood. “We love playing around with nostalgia, those familiar flavors and memories, but presenting them in a way that feels brand new.”

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Themes will change quarterly, so the bar will close for about a week between themes to allow for the breakdown and set up of new installations. Each new concept will also feature a corresponding cocktail menu.

The next theme isn’t decided yet, but the team says they’ve been toying with ideas like a ’90s after-school setting, Gotham City, or Oz.